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the insurance covers you to drive the vehicle (if you are renting a vehicle,
the rental agreement must name you as a driver). Make sure there is a
CVIP inspection decal and report in the vehicle, if required.

6. Seatbelts not working or frayed — for your road test, make sure both
the driver and passenger seatbelts work properly, and that the seating
area is clean.

7. Unsafe tires — make sure the tires are in good condition, have plenty of
tread, are properly inflated, and there are no flat tires. Temporary spare
tires may not be used on a road test (they are intended only to get the
vehicle to the nearest repair shop at reduced speeds so that the proper
tire can be repaired or replaced).

8. Doors or windows not operating — for safety reasons both the driver’s
side and passenger side doors must open and close properly, from both
the inside and the outside. There are times on the road test that you or
the driver examiner may need to open a window, so they need to function
properly.

9. Faulty exhaust — a leaking exhaust pipe or missing muffler is unsafe and
dangerous — it may cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Excessively loud
mufflers are illegal and interfere with conducting your road test.
10. No wheel blocks — these are required to safely secure large commercial
vehicles to conduct a pre-trip inspection.

Also, remember to bring tools and equipment to conduct the pre-trip
inspection, including wrenches, a pry bar, chalk or marker, and a watch/timer
to check air brakes. You should also wear sturdy clothing, a hard hat, eye
protection, boots, and a safety vest.
As well, make sure your vehicle is clean and tidy inside, and that lights and
windows are clean.
warning! Loose objects inside can be dangerous if you have to stop suddenly, so these
should be removed or stored.
Driving School Code of
Conduct
ICBC expects all Driver Retest
Training Schools and If you fail any of your tests see the inside cover at the front of this guide for
instructors to comply with our the standard waiting periods between retests. Visit icbc.com for the contact
Code of Conduct, which sets phone numbers to book commercial road tests.
out principles and guidelines
for them to operate in a
lawful and ethical manner. Commercial driver training
ICBC licensed Driving Schools
deliver professional training Becoming a safe commercial driver requires both education and practical
and are expected to provide experience. You may decide that driver training will help you to get the
a safe environment for necessary knowledge and skills.
their students and conduct
themselves with dignity and Driver training instructors must meet ICBC licensing and testing standards
respect for all persons. before they receive a licence to provide driving instruction.
Learn more about our Check that the driver training school licence and the licence of each driver
Driving School Code of training instructor employed by the facility is displayed at the school’s office.
Conduct at icbc.com/
DScodeofconduct. Each school must also post a bond for the financial protection of their
students.

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